Date Posted:
November 6, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative Correspondent
Office/Company:
Rep. Dan Koh
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
MA-06
Job Number:
MEM-344-26
Reports To:
Legislative Director
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
dankohjobs@gmail.com
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Legislative Correspondent/Aide
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
Massachusetts Democratic Congressman-elect seeks a Legislative Correspondent based in the Congressman’s Washington, DC office. The Legislative Correspondent manages the office’s constituent correspondence program and supports the legislative team. The Legislative
Correspondent reports to the Legislative Director and works closely with the Legislative Assistants and the district office. This is an early-career position and an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in Congress.
Responsibilities:
This role is the front line for hearing from constituents on the issues of the day, and is responsible for making sure every constituent receives a timely, thoughtful, and accurate response that reflects the Congressman’s positions and legislative work.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Managing the constituent mail program, including sorting, batching, and tracking incoming letters, emails, and web messages, in coordination with the Legislative Director.
• Researching policy issues and drafting clear, accurate responses to constituents that explain the Congressman’s positions and votes.
• Maintaining and updating the office’s constituent database and correspondence system, and ensuring timely turnaround times.
• Tracking and reporting on trends in constituent mail, and flagging emerging issues and high-volume topics to the legislative and communications teams.
• Staying current on legislation and news related to the issues in the correspondence portfolio, and keeping response language up to date.
• Supporting the legislative team with research, memos, meeting preparation, hearing and briefing coverage, and tracking of legislation.
• Working with the district office to coordinate on casework-related correspondence and constituent follow-up.
• Assisting with coordination of the Washington, DC intern program and other administrative tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is an excellent writer who is organized,
detail-oriented, and eager to learn about policy and the legislative process. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter and problem-solver who thrives independently and as part of a highly collaborative team, and who maintains a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. This role is located in person in the Washington, DC office.
• 1-2 years of experience in a congressional office, on a campaign, in government, or in a related setting; experience on the Hill is preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills. A writing sample will be requested.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail.
• The ability to manage a high volume of work, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A friendly, professional, and collaborative demeanor when interacting with constituents and staff.
• Interest in policy, and familiarity with Massachusetts and the issues important to the district, is a plus.
Instructions:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample in PDF form by Tuesday, December 1.
Other:
The U.S. House also operates a matched retirement savings account program. The Congressman’s office is an equal opportunity employer. The office does not discriminate based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or uniformed service. The office is committed to inclusion and encourages all individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
